Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Same Day Care

Compensation:

• Salary, exempt
• Eligible for Sign-On/Relocation Bonus (subject to payback clause)
• The standard wage range for this role is $124,400-$155,500 per year
• It may be possible to earn more over time up to $186,600 per year
• Additional pay for working full time and/or working 1 to 4 Saturdays per month

Work Schedule:

• Monday-Friday shifts
• Occasional Saturdays may be available if interested
  

Who We Are

Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing over 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.

What We Value

• Respect
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Innovation

We have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.

Job Summary

Make a difference by providing comprehensive, same-day care to diverse and underserved patients who are not able to get a same-day appointment with their primary care provider.   Duties also include covering the desktop/inbox for other providers while they are out of the office.  

Our medical clinics provide primary & preventive health care to people of all ages. As a medical home, we're committed to a patient-centered care team model that engages patients & their families in their care.

What We Offer

• A friendly and collaborative team environment
• A competitive compensation package
• A unique call schedule providing phone consultation to 3rd parties only-–no patient call 
• A robust orientation followed by a gradual ramp-up period 
• EMR & IT support
• Ambient AI Scribe (DAX) and Dragon for charting
• Access to MAVEN Project to connect with specialists whom you may otherwise not have access;
• Resources for patients such as integrated behavioral health, psychiatry, SUD treatment, child & family counseling, adult & pediatric dental services, an on-site pharmacy, a communicable disease program, case managers, community health workers, referrals specialists, insurance enrollment, medical records & more
• A mission-oriented opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your patients

Loan Repayment Application Opportunities

• Employment at UCNW counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness – details can be viewed at Federal Student Aid.
• Eligible providers may apply for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC Loan Repayment Program | NHSC (hrsa.gov)), Washington Student Achievement Council (Washington Health Corps | WSAC) &/or Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program (Apply to the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program | Bureau of Health Workforce (hrsa.gov))  

While employes at UCNW are eligible to apply for these loan repayment awards, receipt is not guaranteed.

Generous Benefits Including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
• 6 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (160 hours 1st year, 208 hours 2nd year, increasing at Year 5 & Year 10 thereafter)
• Other paid leaves including: Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ Transplant
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Optional insurances including: Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible spending accounts  
• Self-funded Health Savings Account on Base Medical Insurance Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Transportation Incentives
• Health Living reimbursements  
• Unique programs including Medical Hardship Payroll Loans, Employee Referral Bonuses & Will preparation services 
• Malpractice insurance through the Federal Torts Claims Act with tail coverage
• Sabbatical Leave accrual
• Reimbursement of state license, DEA registration & board certification renewal fees
• Continuing Education (days & funds)

• Graduation from a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program eligible for Washington State licensure
• Be in good standing with the board of licensing in the state(s) where licensed
• Certified in Family Practice through the AANP or ANCC for NPs or certified by the NCCPA for PAs

Preferred Qualifications

• Family Practice experience performing the full scope of adult and pediatric care (including newborns) in an outpatient setting that included same-day appointments
• Experience in a community health center setting or similar role providing care to underserved populations
• Experience working as an independent practitioner with patients who have complex co-morbidities including hypertension, diabetes, mental illness, chronic pain, and substance abuse
• Experience with women's health
• Experience working with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and socio-economic levels, treating them with sensitivity and respect
• Proficient with Electronic Medical Records, preferably Epic

Candidates who meet the requirements who have applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply!

About Bellingham

Live in a community consistently rated as one of the most desirable in the USA! Nestled on Bellingham Bay at the foot of the Cascade Mountains just a short distance from Seattle, Vancouver BC, and the San Juan Islands, Bellingham is home to over 90,000 people and surrounded by several charming small towns. Enjoy all the area has to offer:

• Recreational & Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Biking, Skiing, Snow Boarding, Fishing, Sailing, Kayaking, & Camping)
• Excellent Schools (University, Community College, Technical School, & Outstanding K-12 Educational System)
• Small Town or City Living (Unique Shops, Local Festivals, Farmers Markets, Berry Picking, & Community Events)
• Cultural Activities (Theater, Music, Independent Films, Museums, Art Studios, & Diverse Local Restaurants)

To Apply

Visit our Careers Page at www.unitycarenw.org or contact Vicki Curtis, Provider Recruiter, at [email protected] or 360-788-2661. For news on our organization & future job postings, please follow us on LinkedIn at https://bit.ly/363mfhv!

If you feel this job posting is missing any required compensation or benefit information, please contact [email protected]. Other questions can be addressed throughout the recruitment process for candidates selected to move forward.

Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all new employees to have up to date vaccines for influenza and strongly encourages up to date vaccines for COVID-19. More information about this program is provided throughout the recruitment process.